Now Accepting! Stage Presentation Proposals
Submissions are due 21 November 2025.
4–7 May 2026 • Chicago, IL
In addition to the curated Technical Program, the 2026 IEEE PES T&D Conference and Exhibition features stage presentations through four dedicated, dynamic exhibit hall stages. Each stage delivers high-impact content from industry leaders, researchers, and innovators, offering a deep dive into the trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of power and energy.
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Recognizing the growing influence of data centers in driving electricity demand, grid resilience, and energy innovation, this topic has been elevated to stand alongside the three established focus areas for stage presentations. This stage explores the rapidly evolving intersection between data center infrastructure and the electric power sector.
Topics will explore not only today’s challenges but also the strategic trajectory of utilities and data centers as they work to support the growing demands of a digital, data-driven world.
The Grid Edge Technologies Stage explores the dynamic frontier where power systems, digital innovation, and customer engagement converge. This forum brings together utility leaders, technologists, researchers, and policymakers to examine how emerging solutions at the grid’s edge are redefining how electricity is generated, distributed, and consumed.
This stage dives deep into the technologies shaping the future of energy, from distributed energy resources (DERs) and smart grids to charging infrastructure and cybersecurity. Learn how connected utilities, smart city solutions, and evolving energy policies are accelerating the shift to a more intelligent, resilient, and sustainable grid.
The Resilience & Renewables Stage is the premier destination for exploring transformative advancements in clean, sustainable power. Tailored for energy professionals, utility leaders, innovators, and policymakers, this dynamic platform showcases how renewable energy is rapidly reshaping global energy systems and driving the transition to a low-carbon future.
Through expert-led sessions, panel discussions, and real-world case studies, attendees will gain deep insights into the scaling and integration of utility-scale solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and bioenergy into modern power grids. Topics will also explore the critical role of storage, hybrid systems, and digital tools in managing variability and ensuring grid resiliency. With the clean energy economy gaining momentum through policy incentives and private investment, this stage offers the knowledge and strategies needed to lead the renewable revolution.
As the demand for zero-emission energy grows, the Resilience & Renewables Stage delivers the insights, tools, and connections needed to lead the clean energy movement.
The Innovation Stage is where bold ideas meet real-world impact. As the energy landscape undergoes rapid transformation, this stage showcases the breakthroughs, prototypes, and paradigm shifts redefining how we generate, deliver, and manage electricity. From advanced grid technologies and digital twins to AI-driven analytics, robotics, and novel business models, this forum spotlights the people and technologies driving the next wave of utility innovation.
Speakers from startups, utilities, research labs, and global tech firms will share how they’re pushing boundaries, solving today’s grid challenges while preparing for tomorrow’s demands. Sessions will explore how innovation ecosystems are being built through cross-sector collaboration, regulatory flexibility, and strategic investment.
Whether you’re a technologist, utility leader, or investor, the Innovation Stage is your front row seat to the technologies and ideas shaping the grid of the future.
Stage session proposals should be informative sessions on timely topics with limited commercial content.
Submit your proposal for a stage presentation by completing this form.
Please direct all questions to TDstage@ieee.org.
Each stage offers exclusive sponsorship opportunities.
Explore how the rise of hyperscale and edge data centers is influencing grid planning, energy infrastructure, and sustainable load management.